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Campfire to blame for Killey River Fire
Fire investigators have determined that an escaped campfire is the cause of the Killey River Fire (060) burning along the river about 5-miles southeast of Funny River. Geospatial Imaging System Specialists have recalculated the fire’s perimeter to determine the size is 7.7-acres. The Alaska Division of Forestry &… Read More ›
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Alaska celebrates Arbor Day by honoring trees, forests, and those who care for them
Today, Alaskans across the state recognize Alaska Arbor Day, a day set aside to celebrate the trees and forests that shape our communities, support wildlife, and contribute to everyday life in the Last Frontier. Governor Mike Dunleavy officially proclaimed May… Read More ›
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Killey River Fire 75% contained
The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) Gannet Glacier Type 2 Initial Attack Crew has constructed saw line around 75% of the perimeter of the Killey River Fire (060). They will continue to construct saw line and build hose lay around the fire that is located about 5-miles southeast of Funny River. Standing dead… Read More ›
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Smokejumpers Contain and Control Little Fire Near Stebbins
Eight Alaska Smokejumpers responded to a new wildfire about 5 miles south of Stebbins on Saturday. The Little Fire (#063) was reported around 3 p.m. on the east side of the Little Saint Michael Canal. Two Native allotments are nearby — one a mile south across the canal and another 2 miles to the southeast.
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Additional firefighters headed to Killey River Fire
Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) Gannet Glacier Type 2 Initial Attack Crew will join the firefighters assigned to the Killey River Fire (060) located about 5-miles southeast of Funny River. Gannet Glacier will be shuttled by helicopter to the remote fire that is about 2.25-miles up the Killey River… Read More ›
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Burn Permits suspended in Fairbanks Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended in the Fairbanks Prevention Area due to high fire danger. This suspension includes all three zones of the area, Fairbanks, Salcha, and Railbelt. Burning of debris piles, lawns, or utilizing a burn barrel is prohibited. Please… Read More ›
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Burn Permits suspended in Kenai – Kodiak Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended Saturday and Sunday May 16th and 17th, in the Kenai – Kodiak Prevention Area due to a high wind advisory and high fire danger. this suspension includes both Kenai and Kodiak zones. Burning of debris piles,… Read More ›
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Burn Permits suspended in Delta Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended Saturday and Sunday May 16th and 17th, in the Delta Fire Prevention Area due to a combination of low relative humidity, gusty winds and dry fuels. This suspension includes both East and West zones.Burning of debris… Read More ›
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DFFP Helitack responding to Killey River Fire southeast of Funny River
10:50 PM – Bucket work and precipitation have caused the fire to die down. It is estimated to be 10-acres. Once the helicopter refuels, it will shuttle additional firefighters to the fire where they will work into the evening and spend the night near the fire. There are 11 firefighters assigned to the fire. Air Attack arrived over the fire to coordinate air and ground operations. The air tanker made multiple drops from two loads of water on the flanks of the fire to slow its progress allowing firefighters on the ground to continue cutting saw line and building hose lays around the fire. This will… Read More ›
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Red Flag Warning for Delta Junction Saturday, Sunday May 16-17
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Delta Junction from 10:00 AM Saturday, May 16 to 10:00 PM Sunday May 17. Critical fire weather conditions are expected this weekend due to a combination of low relative… Read More ›
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